Tuesday, March 16, 2010
In the Ask the Pediatrician blog
Dr. Molly OShea
Know when stuttering is normal or needs attention
Most kids between the ages of 2-4 stumble over their words at times. Heck, even grownups find themselves stammering when nervous or under stress. Differentiating which … Continued
In the Ask the Child Psychologist blog
Dr. Pam McCaskill
Parent coaches like a personalized how-to manual
I recently ordered a new computer and was eager to start using it. Although it looked like the computer I had been using for the past five years, I quickly realized it … Continued
In the MichMoms blog
Shannon Lazovski
Hollywood secrets for moms
If any of you mommies out there are like me, then you probably enjoyed watching the Oscars in your jammies on the couch with a bowl of ice cream. Many of us watched the … Continued
- Kelly Bristow's latest blog post: She might be the next Miss America
- Beth Reeber Valone's latest blog post: Packing my swimsuit - and guilt
- More in MichMoms Blog
In the MichDads blog
Rob Currie
Reward kids for good stuff to ward off disobedience
My friend, Mary, faced a common parenting problem. Her 5-year-old daughter, Sue, was frequently disobedient. Sue routinely refused simple requests to come to dinner or … Continued
- Matt Eder's latest blog post: Mommy goes back to work - how can I help?
- Mike Strong's latest blog post: Kids learn to apologize through example
- More in MichDads Blog
Viewpoints
Health & Fitness
Terry Foster: Today's magic number is 34. That is my new waist size and it took about eight months to get there. That was the goal when I changed my … Continued
The Green Life
Leslie Ellis: Kudos to the Woodbridge Pub in Detroit, which has opted to use local, seasonal offerings on its menu.
Buying food locally and in … Continued
Kate Lawson on Food
Kate Lawson: During this season of giving it's nice to know that your money can be doubled as you invest in the fight against hunger.
Dec. 21 is … Continued
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Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Trips home leave little time for pal
Dear Abby: I return to my hometown at least twice a year to visit my large extended family. When I do, I have tried to make time for my oldest friend, "Judith," whom I have known since kindergarten. In the past, we have gotten together for a few hours here and there -- for dinner, coffee or whatever. She's great company, and we have fun together. - 03/16/2010
Glenn Haege
Product helps install bathtub safety bars
Dear Glenn: I am looking for the best way to install a safety bar or two in our bathtub. Can you advise? - 03/16/2010
Brian J. O'Connor
Clean diesels bring a mess of decisions
A clean diesel car can be good for the environment -- but will it end up cleaning out your wallet? With mileage that can be as much as one-third better than comparable gasoline engines -- hitting more than 40 mpg on the highway -- clean diesel engines can take a big bite out of your car's carbon footprint. - 03/15/2010
Dear Abby
Aunt's 'organ recital' drowns out conversation
Dear Abby: Last night, I attended an elegant dinner party at the home of a friend. She served a delicious meal on a table set with crystal, bone china, silver and a low centerpiece of fresh flowers. Everything was perfection -- with one exception. As soon as we were seated, our hostess's elderly Aunt "Ethel" began talking about her health, with graphic details of every symptom, every allergy and every pain she had ever endured. - 03/15/2010
Dr. Paul Donohue
A person can be saved even if both of the lungs collapse
Dear Dr. Donohue: What happens to a person when his lungs collapse? Can he stay alive? Can the lungs be blown up like the inner tube of a wheel? - 03/15/2010
Dr. Paul Donohue: Your health
Exercise can bring on asthma
Dear Dr. Donohue: At age 35 and in the wintertime, I decided to get into shape. I joined two others in daily jogging. Things went well until the end of December, when I started to cough while jogging. Sometimes the coughing was so bad that I had to stop. The coughing cleared enough to allow me to resume running, but it didn't go away entirely. One of my buddies thinks I have asthma. Could that be? - 03/13/2010
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Tongues keep wagging even after death of troubled teen
Dear Abby: I'm a junior in high school, and a girl I was acquainted with was killed in a car crash. The accident was the result of bad road conditions, and she wasn't wearing her seatbelt. The driver of the car survived. - 03/13/2010
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Co-worker's actions take the cake
Dear Abby: I work in an office where folks sometimes bring in goodies to share. "Dolores" is always the first in line, and helps herself to a large portion of the treats and says she's taking some home for her family. - 03/12/2010
Dr. Paul Donohue: Your health
CMT is a common nerve disorder
Dear Dr. Donohue: I recently was tentatively diagnosed with CMT disease. Having never heard of it, I did some research myself but can you give me advice as to what I can expect? I am 53 years old and am awaiting more bloodwork results to make sure it is CMT. - 03/12/2010
Jeanne Phillips
Too many cooks would spoil beloved mom-in-law's broth
Dear Abby: My mother-in-law, Edye, was a wonderful cook and an accomplished hostess. Friends and family enjoyed being a part of her events, not only because of the food but also because she made everyone feel so welcome. - 03/10/2010
Dr. Paul Donohue: Your Health
Dark beer won't prevent colon cancer
Dear Dr. Donohue: Several years ago, I read that dark beer prevents colon cancer. Since then, I've been drinking Guinness, one of the darkest I know of. I drink two bottles a week. Recently I read an article that said any type of beer could cause many types of cancer. Is there any truth to either? - 03/09/2010
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Wife gives OK to look, not touch
Dear Abby: Regarding your answer to "Yoo-Hoo, I'm Over Here!" (Jan. 10), who was bothered by her husband's constant leering at women, you've got to be kidding. Men have been looking at young women since the beginning of time. My husband and his friends hold "office hours" every morning at our neighborhood coffeehouse. I've told him as long as he "touches" only with his eyes, there won't be a problem. - 03/09/2010
Glenn Haege: Ask Glenn
Heating system needs ventilation to avoid streaking
Dear Glenn: I hope you can help me out here. We have a new home and use electric baseboard heat. After two years of use, I am now seeing vertical black streaks on the walls above them. I've tried every imaginable cleaner, including TSP and the Magic Eraser. Any ideas what might work, and what is causing this? Our neighbors have the same type of heat but older units, and they don't get the streaks. It's a mystery! - 03/09/2010
Brian J. O'Connor
For musical motivation to exercise, do the math
Even though, after 22 years of marriage, I still find Mrs. Your Money hotter than Woodward Avenue asphalt in July, my wife has decided to hit the gym. - 03/08/2010
Jeanne Phillips: Dear Abby
Man stopped keeping house the minute he got married
Dear Abby: When I first met my husband of two years, "Phil," he owned his own home, kept it spotless and his yard neat, prepared his own meals and did his laundry. Those qualities made him stand out from the many spoiled "Mama's boys" I had dated in the past. - 03/08/2010
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